Dabancheng Wind Power Station, Urumqi

About Dabancheng Wind Power Station, Urumqi

If you are fond of science, this power station should be in your tourist destination list. Located 8 kilometers southeast of the city, along the highway, this power station is said to be the first large scale wind power plant of China. There are nearly 100 silver fans spinning throughout the day and generating around 18,000,000 watt of electricity. Come and visit this exotic destination to know as to why Xinjiang is considered as one of the richest wind power generated region. Today, this power station has been merged with Urumqi power system. However, you cannot get into the power station. Hence, you can see it from outside while travelling along the road.